For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 886 students in 40272, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 40272, KY is Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40272 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40272 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Valley High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40272, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Grades: 9-12
| 886 students
40272, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7201 Watson Lane
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Grades: PK-5
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 40272, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 40272, KY include Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40272?
1 public high schools are located in 40272.
What is the racial composition of students in 40272?
40272 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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